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Mingus Big Band

The Pocket130 West 46th Street, New York 10036

Mingus Big Band is billed at The Pocket in Manhattan for an evening performance. No individual performers, guests, tribute theme, record release, residency, or late-set details are listed for this date. The Pocket presents jazz in a small room built around attentive listening, placing the audience close to the musicians and keeping the focus on the performance. The venue also has a bar, while its ticketed shows are framed as occasions for listeners to engage directly with the music.

The act is identified in the billing as Mingus Big Band, and the name indicates a big-band formation. Beyond that billing, the available information does not provide a hometown, personnel, musical history, collaborators, recordings, or critical notices for the group. There is also no venue listing text or social post attached to this date that adds context about the band’s program or its particular lineup. What is clear is the pairing of a big-band bill with a Manhattan room whose format emphasizes close listening and an unobstructed connection between players and audience.

The Pocket offers a close-up encounter with world-class jazz musicians in a small, focused setting where every note feels immediate and unfiltered. The room is designed to bring listeners near the performers, creating a direct connection that makes the music feel personal and vivid. Seating is limited and arranged to emphasize attentive listening rather than casual socializing, with a bar available to complement the experience. Shows are ticketed, encouraging an audience that is there to fully engage with the performance. The venue’s location in Manhattan places it within easy reach of the city’s vibrant cultural pulse, making it a perfect spot for an evening dedicated to serious jazz appreciation without distractions.

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